54. Sleep (Gazing)

The afternoon was sunny and warm. The bar was empty but for Coleen dutifully bookkeeping at the desk. Chase had wiped down the tables, dusted the high shelves, and washed his kitchen thoroughly, now he rested in the crook of his arm with a menu open for alteration. He didn't realize he was drifting until his neck ached and the article slipped from his fingers.

"...such long eyelashes... pretty..." The low glowing sunlight tickled his skin. He stirred and his lips parted in a gentle sigh. "Ah! He's waking up!"

"Mmaya?" He opened heavy eyes at her. "Just one more minute."


A/N: Maya loves him and he is comfortable in her presence. But between her and Angela which will win his heart? What is the general preference?